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Blood moon over Vienna: Spectacular darkness delights the city
On September 7, 2025, Vienna experienced a stunning total lunar eclipse, also known as a blood moon. Visible from 7:21 p.m., the event lasted until 9:57 p.m.
Blood moon over Vienna: Spectacular darkness delights the city
On Sunday evening the sky over Vienna offered an impressive spectacle: a total lunar eclipse could be observed in many parts of Austria. As the Today reported, the moon rose at 7:21 p.m. with a remarkable 86 percent eclipse. The highlight of the event was at 8:12 p.m., when the total phase of the eclipse was fully developed and lasted until 8:53 p.m. The spectacle was finally over at 9:57 p.m. when the moon emerged from the Earth's shadow again.
In Bregenz, for example, the audience was able to see the moon completely in the Earth's umbra at 7:46 p.m. This phenomenon occurred because the sun, Earth and moon were exactly in line - a fascinating natural phenomenon that caused the moon to take on a reddish hue due to the scattering of sunlight in the Earth's atmosphere. These typical “blood moon” colors were also visible in the federal capital, although dense cloud fields impaired visibility in places.
A spectacle for everyone
The lunar eclipse doesn't just happen once a year: on average, there are 154 total umbra eclipses per century, making this event relatively common. As the daily news informed, the next total lunar eclipse in Austria will be available on New Year's Eve 2028, while the next partial lunar eclipse is expected on August 28, 2026.
For many Viennese, observing the blood-red moon was a real experience. Thanks to good visibility and a clear view to the east, numerous photos of this natural spectacle could be taken. A blanket, a chair and a good drink at your place made the whole thing a great event for families and friends.
Understanding the astronomical phenomenon
The total lunar eclipse only occurs when the moon enters directly into the Earth's shadow, which occurred between 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Before that, the penumbra phase begins, which began in Vienna at 5:30 p.m. when the moon had not yet risen. These astronomical processes are not only spectacular, but also ideal for learning purposes. Scientists and astronomers enjoy observing and documenting this rare spectacle.
As the Wikipedia As explained, there are several types of lunar eclipses, from total to penumbral. As a rule, total lunar eclipses are the most impressive because they completely immerse the moon in the Earth's umbra and give it this fascinating red light.
In summary: This Sunday evening was a truly unique experience for everyone who had the opportunity to see the blood-red moon over Vienna. Anyone who missed this natural spectacle can already look forward to the upcoming events in the next few years.